'''Dilworth''' is a neighborhood and commercial district located in south-central [[Charlotte]]. Its exact borders are open to interpretation, but Dilworth is generally regarded as the area between South Blvd., Morehead St., Kenilworth Ave., and Sedgefield Park.

Visitors to Dilworth often comment on the traditional, residential feel of the neighborhood. As the city's earliest suburb, it was designed around wide avenues with a shady tree canopy. This provides some of the city's most pleasant (and expensive) residential streets, but don't be fooled: Dilworth also boasts some of the city's best evening-life options. A slew of restaurants along East Boulevard offer high-end cuisine in almost every category imaginable, making Dilworth a prime place to grab dinner before heading to the bars and clubs of nearby Uptown or South End.

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'''Dilworth''' [http://www.idilworth.org] is a neighborhood and commercial district located in south-central [[Charlotte]]. Its exact borders are open to interpretation, but Dilworth is generally regarded as the area between South Blvd., Morehead St., Kenilworth Ave., and Sedgefield Park.

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Visitors to Dilworth often comment on the traditional, residential feel of the neighborhood. As the city's earliest suburb, it was designed around wide avenues with a shady tree canopy. This provides some of the city's most pleasant (and expensive) residential streets, but don't be fooled: Dilworth also boasts some of the city's best evening-life options. A slew of restaurants along East Boulevard offer high-end cuisine in almost every category imaginable, making Dilworth a prime place to grab dinner before heading to the bars and clubs of nearby [[Charlotte/Uptown|Uptown]] or [[Charlotte/South End|South End]].

==Get in==

==Get in==

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Though the central part of the district is walkable, Dilworth as a whole is most easily traveled by car. It is a short taxi ride from Uptown, South End or Myers Park. It also receives bus service from routes 19 and 236 (routes 12 and 24 to South End also serve the edge of Dilworth).

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Though the central part of the district is walkable (and within easy walking distance of South End), Dilworth as a whole is most easily traveled by car. It is a short taxi ride from Uptown, South End or [[Charlotte/Myers Park|Myers Park]].

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The '''Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS)''' [http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/CATS/Home.htm] operates bus routes 19 and 25 through Dilworth. Routes 6 and 18 serve the eastern edge of Dilworth and routes 10 and 16 serve the western edge of Dilworth. Another mass transit option is to take the '''LYNX''' [http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/CATS/LYNX/home.htm] light rail service to the East/West Blvd station in South End and walk the short distance into the central part of Dilworth from there.

==See==

==See==

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*'''Latta Park''' [http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Central+District+III/LattaPK.htm] - Located at the edge of Dilworth, this historic park is well-positioned to serve the lunch crowd coming from South Blvd. restaurants. It includes a "sprayground" for children, making it a summertime favorite.

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*'''Latta Park''' [http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Central+District+III/LattaPK.htm] - Located a couple of blocks north of East Blvd, this historic park is well-positioned to serve the lunch crowd coming from South Blvd. restaurants. It includes a "sprayground" for children, making it a summertime favorite.

Dilworth has some of Charlotte's best boutique shopping, especially along major streets such as East Boulevard. Most stores are in converted bungalows, though there are a few large shopping centers here and there. Dilworth is a perfect neighborhood for sunny-afternoon shopping.

Dilworth has some of Charlotte's best boutique shopping, especially along major streets such as East Boulevard. Most stores are in converted bungalows, though there are a few large shopping centers here and there. Dilworth is a perfect neighborhood for sunny-afternoon shopping.

*'''Frankie's Italian Grille''', 800 E Morehead St., ''+1 704'' 358-8004. One of Charlotte's best-reputed Italian restaurants. Very good service, though the prices are a bit high. Located in the ritzy north-central part of Dilworth.

* '''Showmars''', 1600 East Blvd, ''+1 704'' 375-3034, [http://www.showmars.com/about.htm]. Cheap Greek fare at this local chain can be found all over the city. This location is convenient to shopping and entertainment. $5-8.

* '''Dilworth Coffee House''', 1235 East Blvd Ste B, ''+1'' 704-358-8003. Charlotte's oldest independent coffeehouse, now with locations throughout the city and region. The original, founded in 1989, is located on East Blvd.

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* '''Dilworth Coffee House''', 1235 East Blvd Ste B, ''+1 704'' 358-8003, [http://www.dilworthcoffee.com/]. Charlotte's oldest independent coffeehouse, now with locations throughout the city and region. The original, founded in 1989.

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A typical home in Dilworth

Dilworth[6] is a neighborhood and commercial district located in south-central Charlotte. Its exact borders are open to interpretation, but Dilworth is generally regarded as the area between South Blvd., Morehead St., Kenilworth Ave., and Sedgefield Park.

Visitors to Dilworth often comment on the traditional, residential feel of the neighborhood. As the city's earliest suburb, it was designed around wide avenues with a shady tree canopy. This provides some of the city's most pleasant (and expensive) residential streets, but don't be fooled: Dilworth also boasts some of the city's best evening-life options. A slew of restaurants along East Boulevard offer high-end cuisine in almost every category imaginable, making Dilworth a prime place to grab dinner before heading to the bars and clubs of nearby Uptown or South End.

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Get in

Though the central part of the district is walkable (and within easy walking distance of South End), Dilworth as a whole is most easily traveled by car. It is a short taxi ride from Uptown, South End or Myers Park.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS)[7] operates bus routes 19 and 25 through Dilworth. Routes 6 and 18 serve the eastern edge of Dilworth and routes 10 and 16 serve the western edge of Dilworth. Another mass transit option is to take the LYNX[8] light rail service to the East/West Blvd station in South End and walk the short distance into the central part of Dilworth from there.

See

Latta Park[9] - Located a couple of blocks north of East Blvd, this historic park is well-positioned to serve the lunch crowd coming from South Blvd. restaurants. It includes a "sprayground" for children, making it a summertime favorite.

Buy

Dilworth has some of Charlotte's best boutique shopping, especially along major streets such as East Boulevard. Most stores are in converted bungalows, though there are a few large shopping centers here and there. Dilworth is a perfect neighborhood for sunny-afternoon shopping.